The United States will continue to attack Yemen's Houthis until they stop their attacks on shipping, according to U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The airstrikes, which killed at least 31 people, are the largest U.S. military operation in the Middle East since President Donald Trump took office. The Houthi movement has described the attacks as a 'war crime' and has threatened to escalate in response. Iran has warned of a decisive response to any threats, while Russia has urged the U.S. to cease the strikes and engage in political dialogue. The Houthis have also threatened to resume attacks on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea.